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  • Transport NewsHyundai’s 1-billion-baht ‘charge’ lights up Thailand’s electric future

    Hyundai’s 1-billion-baht ‘charge’ lights up Thailand’s electric future

    Hyundai Mobility Manufacturing (Thailand) is set to produce battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and batteries in Thailand by 2026, following the approval of its 1-billion-baht project by the Board of Investment (BoI). The announcement came after the project received approval under the second-phase electric vehicle (EV) incentive package, known as EV3.5, which was confirmed yesterday, August 8. The Thai government offers…

  • Business NewsThai gear shift: BOI revs up JV incentives for global auto partners

    Thai gear shift: BOI revs up JV incentives for global auto partners

    Thailand announced incentives to encourage joint ventures (JV) between Thai and foreign companies to produce automotive parts for various propulsion systems, the Board of Investment (BOI) revealed yesterday. Recognised as Southeast Asia’s leading automotive production hub, Thailand also serves as a significant export base for prominent global car manufacturers. The government is keenly promoting investments in electric vehicles (EVs), offering…

  • Thailand NewsThailand’s BOI opens first Saudi branch amid growing ties

    Thailand’s BOI opens first Saudi branch amid growing ties

    Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) will inaugurate its first branch in Saudi Arabia this week, signalling a new chapter in economic relations between the two nations. The new office in Riyadh, opening this Sunday, July 14, marks a significant step in fostering investment and business growth. This strategic expansion has drawn high-profile attendees, including Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa and over…

  • GuidesThe real cost for startups in Thailand unveiled

    The real cost for startups in Thailand unveiled

    Initiating a startup venture in Thailand offers a compelling opportunity, particularly given the nation’s potential for innovation and expansion. The attraction of establishing a business in Thailand, famously known as the Land of Smiles, is significant, attributed to its comparatively low startup costs relative to other nations. However, what does the financial landscape entail for emerging entrepreneurs? Upon exploring the…

  • Business NewsThailand’s BoI plans more foreign semiconductor investment

    Thailand’s BoI plans more foreign semiconductor investment

    The Board of Investment (BoI) of Thailand has expressed an interest in attracting further foreign investment for the production of advanced semiconductors this year. This move comes as numerous businesses from China and Taiwan are looking to expand their investments in Thailand, particularly for printed circuit boards, to circumvent geopolitical risk, said Wirat Tatsaringkansakul, the BoI Deputy Secretary-General. “Companies will…